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Philanthropy Engagement Manager

2 months ago

Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States The Christian Reformed Church in North America Full time
Job OverviewOBJECTIVE:

Establish and nurture connections with current and prospective benefactors to enhance financial contributions and resources, engage existing supporters, and cultivate new donors in alignment with the mission of the organization.

This role provides a flexible working schedule, a competitive benefits package (including contributions to retirement funds), and three weeks of vacation.

The Christian Reformed Church in North America values the diversity of the human community. We encourage all individuals, regardless of race, ethnicity, ability, or culture, to apply. If you require any accommodations during the recruitment process, please reach out to our Human Resources Department.
KEY DUTIES:
  1. Build and maintain stewardship-oriented relationships with a diverse portfolio of individuals, congregations, and foundations to garner support for the ministry.
  2. Formulate and execute a donor engagement strategy for the designated area, collaborating with others as necessary.
  3. Enhance and broaden financial backing, including major donations, from assigned individuals, congregations, and foundations.
  4. Foster enduring relationships with benefactors to ensure that planned giving commitments to the organization increase annually.
  5. Represent the organization at congregational gatherings, classis meetings, and other relevant events as required.
  6. Engage in significant travel within designated regions for in-person meetings, relationship development, donor appreciation, and fundraising activities.
  7. Maintain precise records in relevant databases (e.g., interactions with constituents) to support the cultivation of donor relationships.
  8. Assist in strategizing, setting goals, and establishing fundraising targets.
  9. Monitor expenses and prepare regular expense reports.
  10. Support prospect research and/or proposal writing as assigned.
  11. Collaborate with colleagues to build support networks in their respective areas.
  12. Stay informed and uphold best practices through continuous professional development.
  13. Perform additional duties as assigned by the supervisor.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide support to staff as assigned.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERTISE:
  1. Ability to uphold the mission, vision, and values of the organization.
  2. Proven capability to motivate and inspire individuals to support the ministry.
  3. Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
  4. Demonstrated ability to be self-driven, work independently with minimal guidance, and collaborate effectively within a team setting.
  5. Capacity to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with colleagues and external partners.
  6. Proven skills in planning and organizing tasks and responsibilities, including multitasking, prioritizing, and meeting deadlines.
  7. Ability to maintain confidentiality.
  8. Demonstrated proficiency in commonly used software applications, internet research, and constituent relationship management tools.

  1. A Bachelor's degree is preferred in a relevant field such as business, marketing & communications, or nonprofit management, along with equivalent work experience.
  2. Demonstrated experience and success in fundraising or business development.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The characteristics of the work environment described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this role.
  • Regular travel throughout the assigned region.

BENEFITS: Benefits may be pro-rated based on hours worked per week:
  • Work-Life Balance
  • Flexible Full-Time Work Arrangements
  • Generous Vacation and Holiday Time
  • Comprehensive Health, Welfare, & Retirement Benefits
  • Opportunities for Professional Development
  • Contributing to an organization that is making a positive impact in the world